Description

Department:

05520 WFBMG Wake Forest Health Network: Greensboro Medical Plaza Northwest - Imaging Services

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday - Friday 8a-5p

Pay Range
$38.20 - $57.30

Education/Experience Required:
Completion of AMA approved program in Radiologic Technology ARRT Registered Specialized training and education in mammography positioning, technique selection, and physics Ability to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups, mostly age 30 and above; must be able to recognize physical signs of stress, apprehension, and anxiety in patients

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Experienced in the use of analog and all current digital technologies as of 2010.
ARRT Certification IDNS License Evidence of specialized training in positioning, compression, technical selection, anatomy and physiology, equipment, quality control, and customer satisfaction training CPR Certification

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Continuing Education is mandated by both the Federal and State Governments in order for the technologist to maintain their specialized certification in mammography. In addition, technologists are expected to work in a stressful environment that frequently requires educating the patient relative to the advantages and disadvantages of mammography and the current state of breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Frequent contact with emotional women and families. Hazards from repetitive motion (bending, lifting, positioning). Exposure to infectious diseases.
If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Addendum: NOTE: Comply with mandatory inservices for Fire Safety, MRI Safety, and Universal Precautions; Maintain CPR Certification. Must maintain professional decorum, and adhere to dress code as required by department; no deviations allowed.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Establishes a system to monitor and track all suspicious mammography reports to ensure physician follow-up. This includes physician notification of pending follow-up recommendations, the tracking of recommended biopsies, or suspicious cases referred to surgeons, and any other referral such as ultrasound or magnetic resonance. Responsible for letters generated to physicians, and the update of results in the Optima System to maintain current database on patient outcomes, track patient summary letters. Provides staff training and support on the new Penrad Tracking System. Serve as a liaison between the Medical Director, referring physicians, nursing units, department management, and ancillary/support departments in facilitating a high degree of customer satisfaction with mammography services. Maintains department customer focus by setting example. Participates on Advocate system-wide Mammography Subcommittee. Participates as needed on clinical excellence committees at corporate level. Ensures monthly cycle time data is prepared and sent to appropriate people; reviews outcome. Prepares monthly department Quality Assurance Reports for Director and Medical Chairman. Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of quality assurance and quality control plans sufficient to satisfy all Federal, State, and local governing and regulatory bodies, including all MQSA, ACR, and ACS requirements. Is responsible for the daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual quality assurance testing at the Good Samaritan Hospital and all other offsite centers. Oversees MQSA Inspections at both facilities.